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NOV CEO Clay Williams to retire Jan 1, 2026; Jose Bayardo to succeed as Chairman, President & CEO
NOV Inc.
- Clay Williams steps down as Chairman and CEO effective Jan 1, 2026, remaining in advisory role until Feb 28, 2026.
- Jose Bayardo, currently President and COO, appointed Chairman, President, and CEO effective Jan 1, 2026.
- Bayardo's base salary increased to $950,000; target bonus raised to 125% of base salary effective Jan 1, 2026.
- Williams' retirement is not due to any disagreement with the Board or company operations.
- Bayardo previously served as CFO (2015-2025) and joined NOV from Continental Resources.